November 11, 2015

One Room Challenge: The Reveal!!

Reveal day is finally here! We did it, and now our former kitchen nook and craft area is transformed to a more adult-friendly sitting area! This tiny 44-square-foot space was crowded with a table that was too large, uncomfortable chairs, and a towering bookcase full of items we no longer used. It has become the perfect spot for us to hang out now that the nest is empty. I'm officially calling it the Empty Nesters' Lounge :)

I'm not going to chat much about the room, but rather show you the end result! The stories and sources really deserve a post of their own, so I'll come back with that post in the next day or two.

Did you all see the featured designers' reveals yesterday? I could hardly take it all in, with so much fabulousness on one day. You can see the rest of the linking participants' reveals at Calling It Home here, I know I can't wait to see everyone's rooms! I just can't thank Linda enough for this event. There were a few moments during this adventure that I wanted to call it quits, but would I do it again? In a heartbeat! I sort of wanted to cry with happiness when we called it done, and now I sort of want to cry with sadness because it's over. ORC is a special experience. There something magical about the comaraderie felt with the almost 200 other bloggers who are in the same predicament of failed projects and missed timelines, as well as the elation of success. I'm truly exhilarated from the experience, but dang, Momma needs a nap :)

Also, I just can't thank you all enough for hanging in there with me during this last six weeks! I'm reallllly looking forward to getting back to some regular blogging. Thank you so much for coming by, for your sweet messages and support here and on my Facebookpage and Instagram.

Andrea, this is absolutely stunning! Way to go friend. All the colors and patterns are masterfully mixed. You need to do a post or two about the many ways you've transformed things in that room. I know you and you are the thrifting and painting queen.

Andrea!!!!!! This is stunning!!!! I love all of it. There isn't one thing I wouldn't want in my dining room. Fantastic job. I still have mine to post today. Hopefully I can get the pictures finished this morning.

Oh WOW Andrea!! The colorful palette against the white backdrop, I love it so much!! Your pillows and art are just glorious, this is such a happy space and I don't think I would ever use any other room in the house if I were you! Enjoy it after all your hard work, it's truly lovely and cheerful and so much fun to see!!

Andrea, the pillows turned out to be just gorgeous!
I was waiting to see what you would do with that fabulous fabric you posted earlier! And that green lamp with the blues and other pretty colors just pops! The room is flawless and inviting at the same time!

This is an amazing spot. I am still loving the white shiplap walls but I can't choose a favorite. I love every element. The colors, the art and fabrics. Well done. sit back and enjoy... these past 5 weeks have been crazy. I'm with you though. I love the motivation of the ORC!!

Andrea, this space is so beautiful! The pillows are amazing!! Thank you for sharing. You are one of the fan favorites at the Sunday Showcase from the Make it Pretty Monday party at The Dedicated House. Here is the link so you can check out your feature. http://www.thededicatedhouse.com/2015/11/the-sunday-showcase-from-make-it-pretty_29.html Hope to see you again tomorrow at the party! Happy week to you! Toodles, Kathryn @TheDedicatedHouse